A victim was chased, struck by a vehicle then beat up in the Riverview West Neighborhood

SAPD police officers responded to the area of Shannon Street and 1st Street regarding an adult victim that was struck by a vehicle. The incident happened in the Riverview West Neighborhood.

The victim suffered a bump to the left side of his head and was transported to the hospital for treatment.

The investigation revealed the victim was chased by three vehicles when one of the vehicles struck him.

After being struck, several occupants exited the vehicles and punched and kicked the victim while on the ground.

The suspects fled in their respective vehicles before police arrived.

The victim is in stable condition after being transported to a local hospital. Investigation is ongoing and we seeking the public’s assistance.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Santa Ana Police Department at (714) 245-8030.

Art Pedroza Editor

Our Editor, Art Pedroza, worked at the O.C. Register and the OC Weekly and studied journalism at CSUF and UCI. He has lived in Santa Ana for over 30 years and has served on several city and county commissions. When he is not writing or editing Pedroza specializes in risk control and occupational safety. He also teaches part time at Cerritos College and CSUF. Pedroza has an MBA from Keller University.

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